Arizona Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-79) Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package

The Arizona Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-79) Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed for HVAC/R professionals preparing for the Arizona CR-79 contractor licensing exam and the state contractor application process. This package is built for candidates who want organized trade exam preparation, access to the listed rental references, structured course support, and Application Service in one complete Ultimate package.

The Arizona CR-79 classification is the residential and commercial air conditioning and refrigeration, including solar, contractor classification. It allows the scopes of work permitted under the commercial C-79 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar classification and the residential R-39 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar classification. This makes the CR-79 classification an important license path for contractors preparing to work across both residential and commercial HVAC/R environments where solar-related air conditioning and refrigeration work may be part of the permitted scope.

This Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package supports preparation for trade knowledge areas connected to air conditioning, refrigeration, evaporative cooling, heating, ventilating, fuel gas systems, mechanical code requirements, plumbing code concepts, low-pressure boilers, ductwork, jobsite safety, and solar-related HVAC/R work. The goal is to help candidates approach the exam with a stronger study plan and a better understanding of the references used in the preparation process.

Contractor exams can be challenging because candidates must combine practical trade knowledge with the ability to locate information quickly in technical references. For open-book exams, having the books is only part of the process. Candidates also need to know how the books are organized, where major topics are located, and how to use indexes, tables, definitions, charts, diagrams, and code sections efficiently during a timed exam.

This package includes the listed rental books, 1 year of course access, and Application Service. The course access helps candidates study with structure instead of trying to work through the material without direction. Application Service supports the licensing paperwork stage, helping candidates stay organized as they move from exam preparation into the Arizona contractor licensing process.

Please allow up to 15 business days for ultimate book package orders.

Exam Details

The Arizona Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-79) exam is a trade-focused contractor licensing exam for candidates pursuing the Arizona residential and commercial HVAC/R classification that includes solar. Candidates preparing for this exam should study the technical areas that support HVAC/R installation, repair, service, safety, code compliance, mechanical system knowledge, fuel gas systems, plumbing-related code topics, low-pressure boiler concepts, ductwork, and solar-related air conditioning and refrigeration systems.

The listed books in this Ultimate package support several major exam preparation categories. The Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 supports OSHA construction safety study. The International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), 2018 supports fuel gas system preparation, including gas piping, venting, combustion air, appliance installation, pressure testing, and safety requirements. The International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018 supports HVAC equipment, ventilation, exhaust, duct systems, mechanical installation requirements, clearances, and related mechanical provisions.

The International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2018 supports preparation for plumbing code concepts that may connect to HVAC/R work, water systems, drainage, fixtures, materials, installation practices, and code navigation. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition supports broad trade knowledge in refrigeration cycles, air conditioning systems, heating systems, controls, diagnostics, components, service practices, and applied HVAC/R principles. Low Pressure Boilers, 5th Edition supports review of boiler operation, components, safety, controls, and heating-system concepts. The Ductulator supports duct sizing, air distribution, airflow, velocity, friction rate, and duct design practice.

A complete study plan should include both content review and timed reference navigation. Candidates should work through the major references, learn where topics are located, and practice finding information efficiently. The more familiar you are with the references before test day, the more prepared you are to manage time and avoid confusion during the exam.

Open Book Test

The Arizona CR-79 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar Residential / Commercial Contractor exam is an open-book exam. Open-book testing allows approved reference materials to be used during the exam, but it still requires preparation, speed, and confidence. Candidates should not rely on the books alone. They should practice using the references before exam day so they can locate information quickly when answering timed questions.

Open-book preparation should include a careful review of the listed references. Candidates should learn the table of contents, index, definitions, chapter structure, code sections, tables, illustrations, and major topic areas in each book. This is especially important for code-based references, where the correct answer may depend on finding a specific requirement, exception, definition, or table.

For this Arizona CR-79 package, candidates should pay close attention to OSHA safety requirements, mechanical code requirements, fuel gas provisions, plumbing code concepts, refrigeration and air conditioning principles, low-pressure boiler knowledge, and duct sizing practice. The exam may require a combination of practical trade understanding and reference navigation.

Because the CR-79 classification includes solar, candidates should also be prepared to understand how solar-related HVAC/R work fits into air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, and system installation concepts. Preparation should focus on the listed references and the trade knowledge needed to work through exam questions with confidence.

Licensing Steps

The Arizona contractor licensing process is handled through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors. Candidates pursuing the CR-79 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar Residential / Commercial Contractor classification should begin by confirming that the CR-79 classification matches the type of work they plan to perform. This classification is intended for contractors pursuing the combined residential and commercial air conditioning and refrigeration, including solar, license path.

After confirming the classification, candidates should prepare for the required contractor examinations. This Ultimate package supports the trade exam preparation process through the listed references and course access. Candidates should create a study schedule that includes code review, trade theory, safety, ductwork, fuel gas, mechanical systems, plumbing-related topics, low-pressure boilers, and reference navigation practice.

Once candidates are prepared to test, they must follow the current examination registration process through the approved testing system. After completing the required examinations, candidates continue with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors license application process. The application stage may involve business information, qualifying party information, license classification selection, bonding or financial requirements, background-related items, and other required documentation.

This Ultimate package includes Application Service to help candidates stay organized during the licensing application stage. Application Service is included to support the process after exam preparation, helping candidates move from studying into paperwork readiness with a clearer structure.

State Requirements

The Arizona Registrar of Contractors licenses and regulates contractor classifications in Arizona. The CR-79 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar classification allows the scopes of work permitted by the commercial C-79 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar classification and the residential R-39 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar classification.

This classification is intended for contractors working in air conditioning, refrigeration, evaporative cooling, ventilating, heating, and related solar-included HVAC/R work within the permitted scope of the license. Candidates should make sure the CR-79 classification matches their intended business services before beginning the application process.

Arizona contractor licensing is separate from simply having trade experience or purchasing exam preparation materials. Candidates must satisfy the applicable state licensing process before performing regulated contracting work as a licensed contractor. That process may include examinations, application documents, qualifying party information, business details, financial or bonding items, and other state-required materials.

For candidates preparing for the CR-79 license, a strong plan includes both exam readiness and application readiness. The listed references and course access support exam preparation, while Application Service supports organization during the licensing paperwork stage.

Reference Books

• Included Book: Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This construction safety reference supports preparation for OSHA jobsite safety requirements, worker protection, hazard awareness, equipment safety, safe work practices, and construction-site compliance topics.
• Included Book: International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), 2018
  This fuel gas code reference supports study of gas piping, appliance installation, combustion air, venting, pressure testing, materials, sizing concepts, and fuel gas safety provisions.
• Included Book: International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018
  This mechanical code reference supports preparation for HVAC equipment, ventilation, exhaust, duct systems, mechanical installation requirements, combustion air, equipment clearances, and related mechanical provisions.
• Included Book: International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2018
  This plumbing code reference supports review of plumbing system requirements, water supply concepts, drainage provisions, materials, fixtures, installation rules, and code navigation related to mechanical and HVAC/R work.
• Included Book: Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition
  This trade reference supports broad HVAC/R preparation, including refrigeration cycles, air conditioning systems, heating equipment, controls, components, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and applied service knowledge.
• Included Book: Low Pressure Boilers, 5th Edition
  This reference supports review of low-pressure boiler operation, components, controls, safety practices, maintenance concepts, and heating-system knowledge useful for HVAC/R contractor preparation.
• Included Book: Ductulator
  This duct-sizing tool supports airflow, velocity, friction rate, duct sizing, and air distribution practice for HVAC ductwork design and field planning.

Test Information and Study Materials

This Arizona CR-79 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed to support candidates preparing for an open-book contractor exam. The package gives candidates access to the listed rental materials and 1 year of course access, allowing time to study, review, revisit difficult topics, and practice reference navigation.

Candidates should begin by studying the safety and code references. OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 should be reviewed for construction safety topics. The International Fuel Gas Code should be studied for gas piping, appliance installation, combustion air, venting, and pressure testing. The International Mechanical Code should be reviewed for HVAC equipment, duct systems, ventilation, exhaust, clearances, and mechanical requirements. The International Plumbing Code should be reviewed for plumbing-related requirements that may connect to system installation and code compliance.

Trade knowledge should be studied alongside the code references. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning helps candidates strengthen understanding of refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, electrical controls, service practices, and troubleshooting. Low Pressure Boilers supports boiler-related heating concepts. The Ductulator helps candidates build practical confidence with duct sizing and airflow relationships.

Successful preparation should include repeated practice. Candidates should not simply read the books once and stop. Instead, they should practice locating answers, reviewing major tables, using indexes, and connecting trade knowledge to code requirements. This kind of preparation helps make the open-book testing format more manageable.

Because this Ultimate package includes 1 year of course access, candidates can study at a more realistic pace. Course access gives candidates the opportunity to organize review time, strengthen weak areas, and prepare with more structure. Application Service is also included, supporting the licensing process beyond the exam itself.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Arizona CR-79 candidates prepare with an organized approach that combines listed rental books, course access, trade-focused review, open-book reference navigation, and Application Service. Contractor licensing can feel overwhelming when candidates are trying to study technical material, understand state requirements, and prepare application documents at the same time. This Ultimate package is designed to make the process more structured.

The course access helps guide candidates through the preparation process. Instead of opening several technical references without a clear plan, candidates can study with a more organized approach. The goal is to help candidates strengthen trade knowledge, become comfortable with the listed references, and prepare for the open-book testing format.

Reference navigation is a major part of contractor exam preparation. 1 Exam Prep supports candidates by helping them focus on how to use the books, not just what the books contain. Candidates should become familiar with indexes, code sections, definitions, tables, diagrams, and technical chapters so they can locate information quickly during the exam.

The Application Service included with this Ultimate package supports the licensing process after the study phase. Exam preparation is only one part of becoming licensed. Candidates also need to stay organized through the application stage, and Application Service helps support that transition from preparation to paperwork readiness.

This package does not guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, or any specific outcome. It is designed to give candidates a stronger preparation structure, access to the listed rental references, 1 year of course access, and application support as they work toward the Arizona CR-79 contractor licensing goal.

FAQ Section

Who is this Arizona CR-79 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package for?

This package is for candidates preparing for the Arizona Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar Residential / Commercial Contractor (CR-79) licensing exam and contractor application process. It is designed for HVAC/R professionals, qualifying party candidates, business owners, and contractors pursuing a residential and commercial air conditioning and refrigeration license path that includes solar.

Is the Arizona CR-79 exam open book?

Yes. The Arizona CR-79 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Including Solar Residential / Commercial Contractor exam is an open-book exam. Candidates should prepare by learning how to use the listed references quickly and accurately during timed testing.

What books are included in this rental package?

This package includes Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), 2018, International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018, International Plumbing Code (IPC), 2018, Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition, Low Pressure Boilers, 5th Edition, and a Ductulator.

Does this Ultimate package include course access?

Yes. This Ultimate package includes 1 year of course access. Course access supports structured study, trade review, open-book reference practice, and preparation at a realistic pace.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with this Ultimate package. This support helps candidates stay organized during the Arizona contractor licensing application process after exam preparation.

What is the package price?

The package price is $1,665. The refundable deposit is $550. The total due today is $2,215.

Why is there a refundable deposit?

This is a rental package, and the refundable deposit is connected to the rental materials. The total due today includes the package price plus the refundable deposit.

How long should I allow for an Ultimate book package order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for ultimate book package orders. This allows time for processing and fulfillment of the rental materials included in the package.

Does this package guarantee that I will pass the exam?

No. This package does not guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, or any specific exam result. It is designed to support preparation with organized materials, course access, reference navigation practice, and Application Service.

How should I study for the Arizona CR-79 open-book exam?

Study the references before exam day, learn each book’s table of contents and index, practice locating code sections, review HVAC/R and solar-related trade concepts, and work through safety, fuel gas, mechanical, plumbing, boiler, and ductwork topics. Open-book testing is most effective when candidates know how to use the materials quickly.

Why choose 1 Exam Prep for Arizona CR-79 exam preparation?

1 Exam Prep supports candidates with a complete Ultimate package that includes listed rental books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, and study guidance designed around the Arizona CR-79 contractor licensing goal.